A Rad Pad

Read the words ‘environment’ and ‘cycle’, and what springs to mind? Probably things like bike lanes on the Burrard Street Bridge. But this week’s topic is about a different kind of natural cycle.

Being the SavvyMoms we are, we are all too well acquainted with our hormones and the pleasures of ‘that time of the month’. From cramps to clean-up, it seems the joys of motherhood never end. Alas, today we’re here to tell you about this particular cloud’s silver lining—and yes, we’re talking panty lining.

Vancouver fashion designer Madeleine Shaw wanted an option to disposable tampons and pads—products she didn’t think were created with a woman’s best health in mind. So she designed a fully washable, flannel and nylon-lined pad, and Lunapads was born. Since that day more than 10 years ago, she has partnered up with company co-owner Suzanne Siemens, started a family (they are now both mom entrepreneurs), and expanded their product line to appeal to women of all tastes and sizes. Ever hankered after a thong panty with a sewn-in liner? Look no further.

But what about the ‘ick’ factor? It’s greatly diluted thanks to the funky patterned prints and appealing softness of the Lunapads—wearing those against your skin is worth a little extra laundry (and being able to refresh your pad with a clean cotton liner as needed throughout the day means you’ll feel clean as well as green). A quick read through the company website is full of tips on how and when to use them. It also talks about why people choose them over the traditional feminine care products.

They are a particularly savvy alternative to disposable paper panty-liners you may be using to guard against overflow leakage, or on those “just in case” days. If you decide to get more adventurous, a variety of products—including the DivaCup, which takes the place of tampons—will see women through any situation, from postpartum needs to the lightest of flow days. And a three-month money-back guarantee means you won’t be out of pocket if it’s not a match made in heaven.

Being a woman may mean putting up with a ‘spot’ of bother every four weeks or so. But don’t let it ‘cramp’ your style—consider going au naturelle with female-friendly Lunapads. 

Lunapads International
www.lunapads.com
(604) 681-9953

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